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Agave Succulent

Agave attenuata plants with lush, succulent foliage.

Agave attenuata (Foxtail Agave)

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Agave attenuata (Foxtail Agave) is a highly ornamental succulent known for its smooth, spineless leaves and graceful rosettes. Unlike many agaves, it has soft, blue green foliage that forms elegant clumps, making it safer and easier to grow in home gardens. Its tall, arching flower spikes resemble foxtails, creating a dramatic feature in summer. Hardy and drought tolerant, Agave attenuata (Foxtail Agave) is ideal for NZ gardens where style, structure, and resilience are desired.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 40 cm
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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Agave americana variegata, commonly known as the Variegated Century Plant, is a large succulent that features broad, powder-blue leaves with yellow stripes. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 2 m wide, growing best when planted on a well-drained site in full sun. Agave americana variegata makes for an attractive specimen and is great for including in mixed plantings, using in rock gardens, adding to Mediterranean themed gardens, or planting to stop pedestrians passing through an area.

Suited to regions: Alpine, Temperate
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Agave attenuata (Foxtail Agave)

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